Experience-based differentiation (EBD) strategies can create desperately needed distinction in the market; 60% of recently surveyed organizations tell us that it is "critical" that their firm improve customer experience. But only 24% had an executive (other than the CEO) responsible for the "whole customer experience." To make a difference, follow the example of executives at MegaFon-Moscow and build the skills required to lead EBD transformation initiatives. EBD leaders face 12 tests of leadership, comprised of four challenges: 1) recognizing the need for change; 2) leading change; 3) becoming part of the change; and 4) sustaining change. Executives leading EBD strategies must: Challenge the process, inspire a shared vision, enable others to act, model new behaviors, and encourage the heart.
